Benedetta

IFC Films | Release Date: December 3, 2021

6.6	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 37 Ratings

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TVJerryDec 4, 2021

This is based on true events during the 17th century in Tuscany. A young nun seemingly has visions that have made her revered in her village, but her love affair with another nun created a controversy with the church. Paul Verhoeven, whoThis is based on true events during the 17th century in Tuscany. A young nun seemingly has visions that have made her revered in her village, but her love affair with another nun created a controversy with the church. Paul Verhoeven, who directed Basic Instinct and Showgirls, certainly has a track record for cinematic erotica and he’s in full force here (not to mention a few minor moments of violence…he also helmed Total Recall and Robocop). The conflicts between Benedetta’s devotion to Jesus and her personal desires provide a nuanced and compelling character study, while examining the power and reach of the Catholic church. (In French with subtitles)… Expand

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HabibiehakimDec 3, 2021

Benedetta is a story that might already sounds familiar, but it's not, it's more than just a story, it's a fascinating and powerful story that superbly well perform, well craft, and well directed, arranging drama and romance comparable,Benedetta is a story that might already sounds familiar, but it's not, it's more than just a story, it's a fascinating and powerful story that superbly well perform, well craft, and well directed, arranging drama and romance comparable, Benedetta it's a powerful true story in a very powerful religion, and the movie itself for me is one of 2021 Masterpiece, i highly recommended.… Expand

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bertobellamyJan 21, 2022

'Benedetta' is a slap in the face of religious hypocrisy.

Paul Verhoeven delivers a no holds barred film that points at the rotten values of catholicism, those that reek of evilness and hate since ancient times. The film follows a nun who'Benedetta' is a slap in the face of religious hypocrisy.

Paul Verhoeven delivers a no holds barred film that points at the rotten values of catholicism, those that reek of evilness and hate since ancient times.

The film follows a nun who claims to perform miracles in the name of Jesus. But when she starts a forbidden relationship with a fellow nun, and the authenticity of her divine work is questioned, the Church promptly moves against her.

Benedetta, the character, embodies pure feminism. By defying the religious rules imposed by the abbess and later the nuncio, she rebels against sanctimony, deception, and the fact that we have to suffer in this life no matter what.

Some might say that Verhoeven unnecessarily exposes too much of the woman's body in here, But, again, nudity becomes the ultimate weapon against those who call themselves pure and worthy.

The best part is that story leaves the protagonist's true identity open. Is Benedetta a fraud or truly a godsend? Whatever the case is, she uses her body to destroy the religious constructs that threaten to shackle her for life.

And if this isn't enough to catch your interest, there's a **** carved from a Holy Mary statue. You can't say no to that.

I'd recommend watching this back to back with 'Saint Maud' and Pasolini's 'The Canterbury Tales."… Expand

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davemelbourne58Dec 7, 2021

Poor misunderstood Benedetta. This movie was a fever dream, and I can see why the Catholic Church has their panties all balled up in a wad. Benedetta is all about true love and forgiveness. And some hot lesbian nun action as well.

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